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Doug R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients
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Doug R.

4.9 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $59 per night

Highlights

Doug has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Mature, responsible, professional

I offer roam free, un-crated boarding (unless you prefer a crate). I’ve cared for dogs, my own and others’, for over 20 years. I currently have no pets of my own, but I would enjoy caring for yours as well as watching your home while you are away.

Qualifications

22 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
58 ratings
Audrey N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mai 25, 2026

Doug was so easy to work with and accommodating. My dogs had a lovely time with him. Even though one of my girls got sick with tummy troubles a couple of days before the stay, he agreed to still watch all 3. Stellar experience overall

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Christopher M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mai 13, 2026

Doug took great care of our anxious dog who needs a quiet and safe space without other dogs around. He keeps us updated daily on how she is doing which is appreciated.

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Allegra B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • avr. 13, 2026

Akira had a great time with Doug! It was very comforting knowing we didn’t need to worry about her while we were away. He was very flexible with our schedule and sent us a picture every day.

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Marisa G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mars 23, 2026

Doug saved us when a last minute dog watcher was needed! Came home to a happy puppy!

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Kate L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • janv. 26, 2026

Doug was great! Picked up a very happy pup, and things couldn’t have been easier

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W. Bede M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • déc. 07, 2025

Took great care of our dog and provided daily updates. Would book Doug again!

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Schedule

I keep an active lifestyle including running, walking, or hiking daily and of course your pups get to come along for the ride. My full-time work is as an attorney. My office is about 10 minutes from home. I generally come home at lunch to attend any dogs I happen to be watching.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

My goal is to care for your pups as well as you would yourself. I will follow whatever instructions you provide and keep their routines as normal as possible. This consistency generally minimizes negative effects of your absence on your pets.

A typical day

At home I like to play fetch or tug of war or whatever your pup is into. If your dog is up for it, I like hiking, running, going to the park, and walking around the neighborhood. For dogs that like to go the distance, I like to take them on hikes in the foothills and even up to the Sandias. I like to take less athletic dogs for a walk around the neighborhood or to some of the Open Space areas in town.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time
Doug can host up to 5 pets per night
Let me know your dogs habits (including bad habits so I can be prepared), likes, dislikes and anything else to minimize anxiety and put a big doggy grin on your pup’s snout. Most dogs like me right off the bat, but some separation anxiety is normal. Keeping things routine and adding in activities they enjoy helps a lot.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.